Platforms
An eclectic programme of pre-performance events celebrates all aspects of the arts, offering the chance to learn about the National's work and discover more about theatre in general. Platforms usually start at 6pm, lasting for 45 minutes - there are occasional afternoon events, usually starting at 2.30pm. Tickets: £3.50 (£2.50 concessions) unless otherwise specified.Book online or call 020 7 452 3000.
Transcripts of a selection of past Platforms are available online or to buy. See Transcripts for details.
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Theatre of Debate Four punchy new plays created by young people from around the UK tell stories from the front line of their own experience, followed by a debate driven by those working closely with teens of today. Jul 07 |
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New Connections Writers Forum The writers of the ten New Connections plays gather to discuss their experiences of the programme. Jul 08 Buy Tickets |
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In conversation with... Anna Carteret Informal afternoon Platforms with company members talking about their careers, their current role and answering your questions. Jul 11 Buy Tickets |
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In conversation with... Lesley Sharp Informal afternoon Platforms with company members talking about their careers, their current role and answering your questions. Aug 07 Buy Tickets |
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Katie Mitchell on ...some trace of her The director talks about her production based on The Idiot, Dostoevsky’s depiction of the “positively good man”. Aug 12 Buy Tickets |
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Shirley Williams and June Purvis – The Suffragettes’ Legacy One of the most senior women to have served in the Palace of Westminster and the Pankhursts’ biographer, join Genista McIntosh to discuss the suffragettes. Aug 22 |
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Rebecca Lenkiewicz on Her Naked Skin Sep 01 |
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Roald Dahl Day with Quentin Blake and friends Dahl's principal illustrator Quentin Blake draws live on stage as actors read a selection from Dahl's stories. Sep 13 |
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Richard Attenborough Together with his co-author, Diana Hawkins, he reflects on Entirely Up To You, Darling, their account of his extraordinarily diverse career. Sep 18 |
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Elaine Paige The iconic star of Evita, Cats and Sunset Boulevard celebrates 40 years on the stage. Sep 23 |
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